Tropical
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of the tropics, the region between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn. Describes hot, humid climates with lush vegetation.
“The tropical rainforest contains an incredible diversity of plant and animal species.”
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Contains -AL ending and -CAL pattern; letter O appears twice
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Worth 12 points; good 8-letter word with balanced values
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